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2019 Coon Rapids Snowflake Days Medallion Hunt

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The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 and will continue
 
throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found.  Clues will be posted on this
 
page daily.

Rules are:

1)  You must have a 2019 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash

prize.

2)  The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.

3)  Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming

the prize. 

4)  Clues will be posted on this website page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on

Saturday, January 26th, 2019 through Sunday, February 10th, 2019 or until the

medallion is found.

5)  The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com 

or text message to 612-366-1834 immediately!  Announcement will be made on this

page when medallion is found.

6)  All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on this page.

7)  Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 10th, 2019 at 2:45 p.m.

at the Coon Rapids Ice Arena (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day 

Hunt Information
Dates
Scheduled Dates
Saturday, January 26, 2019
Find Date
Friday, February 8, 2019
Finders
Name
Gracia Folkeringa
Name
Jacob Folkeringa
Name
Jeremy Smith
Prize
Maximum Prize
$500
Awarded Prize
$500
Location
General Location
The water plant across from Riverview Park
Pinpointed Location
In the Marsh Area
Concealer
In some brush underneath abird house

45.161397, -93.325968

Clues
Clue 1
Published Date
Friday, January 25, 2019, 6:00 PM
In like a lamb this New Year has messed with our brain,
Thawing then freezing, some snow and then rain;
But as our Snowflake Days kicks off its celebratory run,
Prepare for more seasonal temps as we commence with the fun.
The official meaning of the clue.
Here are some explanations of this years clues, congratulations to the finders and all those who braved the weather looking. Hope you had some fun.
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Clue 2
Published Date
Saturday, January 26, 2019, 6:00 PM
The fancy cape and the hat have been just handed out,
To this year’s Marquis we can all give a shout;
Years of commitment at Cardinal Little League Park,
In his civic involvement Scott Latta sets the mark.
The official meaning of the clue.
Simply a shout out to this years Marquis, it was actually just a coincidence that Cardinal Little League Park is in Riverview Park. You don't think I would make it that easy?
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Clue 3
Published Date
Sunday, January 27, 2019, 6:00 PM
Five hundred dollars to the Sherlock who is sharp with their eyes,
Shout out to the volunteers who have donated the prize;
Concerts, kid’s movies, and our fireworks to name just a few,
Thanks Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation board crew.
The official meaning of the clue.
Wanted to put in a plug for the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation which supports our city's celebrations (including Snowflake Days) throughout the year.
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Clue 4
Published Date
Monday, January 28, 2019, 6:00 PM
Our Mascot Rocky says a Snowflake Days button is key,
Go ahead test the water just three dollars is the fee;
On city property it’s hidden sometimes high, sometimes low,
Once uncovered the medallion shiny gold it will glow.
The official meaning of the clue.
Rocky reminding you to pick up your Snowflake Days button, first reference to water, and the fact the medallion is colored gold.
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Clue 5
Published Date
Tuesday, January 29, 2019, 6:00 PM
We are all creatures of habit, some follow, some lead,
Persistence can payoff if you plant a positive seed;
Away from the dales, the trees and the plant,
Keep from your mind all those thoughts that say can’t.
The official meaning of the clue.
This clue is directional in nature, away from Northdale and Riverdale, not in the streets named for trees or flowers.
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Clue 6
Published Date
Wednesday, January 30, 2019, 6:00 PM
Streets and some Lanes, and even some Drives,
Just when you have given up “hope” it arrives;
Catching your breath as you juggle the clues,
Between Boulevards are Circles and some Avenues.
The official meaning of the clue.
The main line in here is between boulevards, CR Boulevard and Mississippi Blvd-- Hanson Blvd and Crooked Lake Blvd. There are many city owned properties which may fit this but it would narrow the spots.
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Clue 7
Published Date
Thursday, January 31, 2019, 6:00 PM
Forget all the rumors, skype or the twittering tweet,
Stay on the path, it could be right there at your feet;
Chances are a showy bulb will go off after all,
Possibly the one that was named for this man we recall.
The official meaning of the clue.
​This clue is in reference to Dahlia Park and the Dahlia Trail that runs over to Riverview Park. Dahlia is defined as a showy bulb discovered and named for Anders Dahl a Swedish Botanist. We all new that right!
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Clue 8
Published Date
Friday, February 1, 2019, 6:00 PM
Dashing around will get you nowhere fast,
The place that you find it will surely be the last;
Somewhat deceptive and obscure sound the clues,
In gauging the rhymes the feathered friends you should choose.
The official meaning of the clue.
My mom used to tell me it would be in the last place I look, I had to do it. Of course the feathered friends clue is to the bird streets grid in our city.
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Clue 9
Published Date
Saturday, February 2, 2019, 6:00 PM
The look is not quite what it says in the name,
A large form of mice once excelled at this game;
Its color resembled the monster before it was razed,
Let’s win one for Paul, we remember and praised.
The official meaning of the clue.
This clue is all about the past/history. First line references Riverview although you really can't see it from there.
Line 2 is about the River Rats a local softball team from the 70's. The Monster recalls the original Little League Park with the high dark green fence from the 60's that was torn down when the new complex was built. Finally not Wellstone but in memory of our friend Paul Perez a fixture at Riverview Park and the CR National/Cardinal Little League.
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Clue 10
Published Date
Sunday, February 3, 2019, 6:00 PM
Some searchers have been known in their quest to get nervous,
But that can’t be said of the Womens Royal Navy Service;
We can agree that Dubnium gives us a clue,
When factored together your area options are few.
The official meaning of the clue.
WRENS was the nickname for the service group in England. Wren St. and Dubnium is the 105th atomic number (artificial element) 105th Ave.
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Clue 11
Published Date
Monday, February 4, 2019, 6:00 PM
Down in the roofless flats, just up from the bank,
Three billion of these are the capacity rank;
Twenty four is the number that perform all the work,
Up to 700 is the distance that sometimes they may lurk.
The official meaning of the clue.
First line reference to Riverview Terrace. Next three are all about the city water system and treatment plant. 3 billion gallons used a year, twenty four wells, and 700' the max depth.
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Clue 12
Published Date
Tuesday, February 5, 2019, 6:00 PM
Water is a key to this year’s travels through rhyme,
Some clues in the current, others way back in time;
Wearing some long johns out in the cold would be nice,
Seems only appropriate the circular medal is frozen in ice.
The official meaning of the clue.
Another reference to water and the form the medallion could be found in.
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Clue 13
Published Date
Wednesday, February 6, 2019, 6:00 PM
Suddenly Rocky Raccoon comes down from the crest,
Wearing his goggles and a bright colored vest;
You would think that our hero has never been on skis,
He tumbles and rolls and then lands flat on his knees.
(not on his rear L.L.)
The official meaning of the clue.
This is all about the sliding hill up in the Riverview Reservior Park as many of us oldtimers call it.
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Clue 14
Published Date
Thursday, February 7, 2019, 6:00 PM
The second day clue would have put you across from the mark,
But the question comes up,” Is it part of the park?”
A form of WSUD appears somewhat out of the blue,
Just a field lengths walk from the fluoride based brew;
The official meaning of the clue.
WSUD stands for Water Sensitive Urban Design and references things like wetlands, water supply/usage/treatment like fluoridation done in the plant next door.
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Clue 15
Saturdays clue would have referenced the bird house which was within ten feet from medallion which was about 5 into the wetland, I know some others were close. Took a few drives by. Good Luck next year. Bring the kids and grandkids out to this weekends events.
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